Responsable de l’inspectorat phytosanitaire & du contrôle de la production primaire végétale — État de Vaud (Administration cantonale vaudoise)

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The Directorate-General for Agriculture, Viticulture and Veterinary Affairs (DGAV) is now looking for a Phytosanitary Inspectorate/Primary Plant Control Officer for one of its Directorates. By joining the Directorate-General for Agriculture, Viticulture and Land Improvement (DAGRI), you take responsibility for one of its six sectors. At the head of the Phytosanitary Inspectorate and control of primary plant production, you pilot an entity at the heart of the health of Vaudian crops. You drive a team and ensure the financial stability of your sector. You identify a future issue by leading the cantonal strategy for managing PFAS and other contaminants in agricultural products intended for human consumption. You develop knowledge transfer, training and scientific intelligence. You represent your sector with internal and external partners.

• Pilot the entity and manage the human and financial resources entrusted to it.
• Ensure phytosanitary monitoring and control of primary plant production in Vaudian agriculture.
• Develop and implement the PFAS action plan for farms as part of the cantonal strategy (under development) for eternal pollutants.
• Develop and conduct knowledge transfer, training and scientific and technical monitoring.
• Represent the entity, establish and maintain collaborations with internal and external partners. More information can be found in the specifications by clicking here . The secretariat of Mr Frédéric Brand, Director DAGRI, is at your disposal for any questions at 021 316 60 49. We invite you to submit your complete application file (CV, cover letter, diplomas, work certificates) via the Vaud State employment platform.
• University degree, degree of Engineer EPF or HES, or equivalent;
• Crisis management training (an asset);
• At least five years of experience with strong theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of plant health and agriculture;
• At least three years of experience driving a team;
• Master's degree in oral and written English; knowledge of German (an asset);
• A sense of responsibility, leadership, decision-making, analytical and synthesis capacity;
• A sense of diplomacy, ease in interpersonal relations and good editorial skills;
• Possession of a vehicle to be made available for the various trips on the ground across the canton.

Position in the Cantonal Administration of Vaud (State of Vaud), Switzerland. Online application on the official career portal offers-emploi.vd.ch.